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Event Series AARP Day

AARP Day

Tampa Bay History Center 801 Water Street, Tampa, FL, United States

The History Center hosts AARP Day on the third Wednesday of each month. AARP members can register online to take advantage of free admission.

Free

Book Group: “Painter in a Savage Land” by Miles Harvey

Tampa Bay History Center 801 Water Street, Tampa, FL, United States

In this vibrantly told, meticulously researched book, Miles Harvey reveals one of the most fascinating and overlooked lives in American history. Like The Island of Lost Maps, his bestselling book about a legendary map thief, Painter in a Savage Land is a compelling search into the mysteries of the past. This is the thrilling story 

FREE

Downtown Tampa Walking Tour

Learn about Tampa’s compelling history on this guided trek as you stroll past City Hall, Sacred Heart Church, the Floridan Palace Hotel, and even Tampa’s oldest bar, The Hub! Each 90-minute walk is led by a History Center-trained docent and is limited to 25 people to ensure an intimate and informative experience. Participants will walk 

$20

A Night at the Museum

Tampa Bay History Center 801 Water Street, Tampa, FL, United States

When the museum closes, our exhibits come to life. At this family-friendly Halloween event, guests will enjoy trick-or-treating in the museum galleries along with a costume contest, photo opportunities, crafts and games, and special characters roaming the museum! SOLD OUT

Free – $16.95

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Museum hours

The history center is open daily from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

**Galleries are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas and open until 3 p.m. on Christmas and New Year’s Eve.

Admission prices

Adult: $18.95
College Student: $16.95
Senior (60+): $16.95
Youth (7-17): $14.95
Child (0-6): Free
Members: Free

**First responders and veterans may receive discounted admission at Visitor Services.

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Weddings

The History Center provides a dramatic and historic backdrop for your wedding, wedding reception or rehearsal dinner. Give your wedding a unique Tampa flair your guests will remember for a lifetime.

Corporate events

Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind Tampa experience for your next corporate event or convention party? Are you a meeting planner looking for a unique setting to host a board retreat or employee function? Located within walking distance of downtown hotels, the History Center is perfect for your next corporate event.

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